How To Fix PERFTRAC147 - The number of main eCATT runs must be equal to at least 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PERFTRAC - Messages on Global Performance Analysis

• Message number: 147

• Message text: The number of main eCATT runs must be equal to at least 1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PERFTRAC147 - The number of main eCATT runs must be equal to at least 1 ?

  The SAP error message PERFTRAC147 indicates that there is an issue with the execution of eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) scripts, specifically that the number of main eCATT runs is less than one. This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a performance trace or test run without having defined any main eCATT runs.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  No Main eCATT Runs Defined: The eCATT script you are trying to execute does not have any main runs defined. This means that the script is not set up to perform any actual test cases.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the eCATT test script or the test configuration itself.
  Incorrect Test Data: The test data or parameters required for the eCATT run may not be correctly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check eCATT Script:
  
  Open the eCATT script in the eCATT transaction (transaction code: SECATT).
  Ensure that you have defined at least one main run in the script. You can do this by checking the "Main Runs" section of the script.
  
  
  
  Define Main Runs:
  
  If there are no main runs defined, create a new main run by clicking on the appropriate button or option to add a main run.
  Ensure that the main run is properly configured with the necessary parameters and test data.
  
  
  
  Review Test Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the eCATT test. Ensure that all required parameters and settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Test Data:
  
  Verify that the test data used in the eCATT script is valid and correctly set up. Ensure that any required input data is available.
  
  
  
  Execute the Test:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try executing the eCATT script again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for eCATT for detailed guidance on creating and managing eCATT scripts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to eCATT and performance tracing.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PERFTRAC147 error and successfully execute your eCATT scripts.